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Political Parties: Registration and Recognition

Subject: Polity

Book: Indian Polity by M. Laxmikanth

The Election Commission grants recognition as national or state parties based on vote share or legislative seats. Recognized parties receive privileges like a reserved symbol, free airtime, and potential financial benefits. Criteria include securing a specific percentage of valid votes or assembly/Parliament seats across states. Loss of performance leads to derecognition. This system ensures stable multi-party competition yet fuels debates on frequent realignments or breakaway factions. The Commission’s guidelines aim to reduce fly-by-night outfits and encourage programmatic politics. Despite controversies over symbol allotment or mergers, recognition remains pivotal for shaping India’s party-based democracy.

Practice Questions

Who was the first Speaker of the Lok Sabha?

संसद में विधेयक पर पुनर्विचार का अधिकार किसे है?

Which of the following is the longest serving Chief Minister in India?

केंद्र और राज्य सरकारों के बीच शक्तियों का विभाजन किस अनुच्छेद में निर्धारित है?

भारत में निर्वाचन आयोग का गठन किस आधार पर होता है?

Which article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression?

संसद सत्रों का आयोजन किसके द्वारा किया जाता है?

Who has the authority to remove the Vice President of India from office?

सूचना का अधिकार किस अधिनियम के अंतर्गत आता है?

राष्ट्रपति द्वारा दी जाने वाली शपथ किस अनुच्छेद में प्रावधिक है?